Steak Medallions with Compound Butter
Juicy pan-seared steak medallions topped with a quick herb butter. Ready in about 20 minutes, this is an easy weeknight dinner that feels special.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 550
- Protein
- 35g
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef tenderloin medallions
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Pat the 1 lb steak medallions dry and season both sides with the 1 tsp salt and 0.5 tsp black pepper.
- 2
Melt 2 tbsp of the butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the medallions and cook until browned and cooked to your liking, about 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare.
- 3
Transfer the steaks to a plate and let rest while you make the butter. In a small bowl, mix the remaining 2 tbsp butter with the 2 tbsp chopped parsley and 1 minced garlic clove.
- 4
Top each warm steak medallion with a spoonful of the herb butter and serve immediately.
- 5
Optional: add a squeeze of lemon or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the butter if you like.
Tools you’ll need
- skillet
- small bowl
- knife
- cutting board
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